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Ana’s gesture to calm me down had some effect. I certainly felt better in the car, but entering the house was another matter entirely. We were greeted with drinks by the staff as we made our way inside, where voices and soft music emanated from deeper within.
As we approached the room where the other hybrids had gathered, my heart began to race. I had no idea what this night might bring, and my apprehensions grew, especially concerning what they might subject Ana to. I knew they wouldn’t go easy on her. I tightened my grip on her as we followed Leon and Mira inside, the other hybrids calling out our names and welcoming us into the large group that had already assembled.
The moment they spotted Ana at my side, I noticed their eyes change, reflecting their hunger for informatio
